AROMATICA Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash

AROMATICA

Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash

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Fit by skin type

General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
58%
Combination (dry)
58%
Balanced
88%
Combination (oily)
82%
Oily
82%

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Ingredients
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Benefits
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The Aromatica Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash transforms your daily shower into a sensorial journey, leaving behind a captivating scent that infuses life with energy and warmth. A harmonious blend of earthy patchouli and the radiant essence of floral neroli creates a delightful fragrance, enhancing the pleasure of your bathing ritual. Enriched with Neroli and Patchouli Extracts, this body wash not only cleanses but also relaxes and soothes the body, turning your shower into a calming aromatherapy experience. The vegan formula ensures a guilt-free indulgence, allowing you to revel in the sweet and floral scents that provide the comforting energy of a warm spring garden, revitalizing both your body and mind.

Key Insights

Benefits

4
Anti-Aging
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Soothing

Risks

1
Allergen

About Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash

Overview

Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash is a lightweight cleanser from AROMATICA. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 27 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as light: water and humectants lead, with emollients kept lower in the order. Hydration is handled by Lauryl Betaine, Coco-betaine and Butylene Glycol, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

What the formula does

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Lauryl Betaine, Coco-betaine, Butylene Glycol and Water.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced, Combination (oily) and Oily skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Several ingredients carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive, this is one to patch test carefully or approach slowly.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, antioxidant protection, oil control and brightening and tone. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.

What is not in it

Reading the full list, the formula is no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free, microplastic-free, sulfate-free and dye-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain fragrance and essential oils, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.

Where it fits in a routine

It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes first step. Use on damp skin and rinse thoroughly. Follow with a toner or essence while skin is still slightly damp.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • No drying alcohol
  • Silicone-free
  • No microplastics
  • Strong humectant content for hydration

Things to know

  • Contains fragrance or declared fragrance allergens
  • Contains essential oils, a common source of reactivity
  • 7 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)
  • Several ingredients carry irritation flags

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Balanced skin
  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin

Sensitive skin

Several ingredients here carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive or you have rosacea, introduce this slowly, or ask a dermatologist first.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Anti-Aging 3 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Hydration 3 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Evens Skin Tone 1 ingredient

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

  • Soothing 1 ingredient

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

Does not target

Anti-Acne Blackhead Reducing Dark Spot Fading Oil Control Pore Minimizer Smooths Bumpy Skin

None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration

10th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)

Hydration

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Scutellaria baicalensis, Lamiaceae

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing

26th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Neem Tree, Melia azadirachta L., Meliaceae

Anti-Aging

27th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Moringa oleifera, Moringaceae

Hydration Anti-Aging

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration High

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support None

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control None

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening None

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing None

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal None

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free
  • No animal-derived ingredients

Contains

  • Fragrance

    Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene, Geraniol

  • Essential oils

    Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil, Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene

  • Facial oils

    Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
  • BHA (salicylic acid)
  • PHAs (gluconolactone)
  • Benzoyl peroxide
  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Toning
  3. Treat
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Cleanse" step.

  • Use on damp skin and rinse thoroughly.
  • Follow with a toner or essence while skin is still slightly damp.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
7 ingredients could feed malassezia: Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
Several ingredients here carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive or you have rosacea, introduce this slowly, or ask a dermatologist first.
Recorded ingredient risks
Allergen

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 27 ingredients on the label.

5
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

5
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

4
Fragrance / colour

Changes how the product smells or looks

4
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

4
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

2
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

1
Soothing

Calms visible redness and irritation

1
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

1
Chelator

Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula

1
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

1
pH adjuster

Sets the acidity the formula needs to work

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

1 Water Solvent
Estimated level
30–80%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
  • Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Fatty acids, coco, 2-sulfoethyl esters, sodium salts

3 Lauryl Betaine Surfactant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

(Carboxylatomethyl)dodecyldimethylammonium

Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate is the sodium salt of the coconut fatty acid amide of N-methyltaurine. It conforms generally to the formula

5 Sodium Chloride Texture agent
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Sodium chloride

6 Coco-betaine Surfactant
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Texture agent

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Betaines, coco alkyldimethyl

7 Lauryl Glucoside Surfactant
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

D-Glucose homopolymer, dodecyl ether

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

8th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

9 Potassium Hydroxide pH adjuster
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
pH adjuster

9th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Potassium hydroxide

10 Butylene Glycol Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent, Solvent

10th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • US Food and Drug Administration Code of Federal Regulations</em>, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2011, pages 5S-16S
  • Skin Research and Technology, November 2007, pages 417-24
  • Journal of the American College of Toxicology, September 1985, pages 223-248
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

11th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers of the Bourbon Geranium, Pelargonium graveolens (L.), Geraniaceae

Allergen
12 Disodium Edta Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Chelator

12th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Disodium dihydrogen ethylenediaminetetraacetate

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

13th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Illicium Verum Fruit Extract is an extract obtained from the fruits of the Star Anise, Illicium verum, Illiciaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

14th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers of the Bitter Orange, Citrus aurantium L. var. amara L., Rutaceae

Allergen
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is the psoralen-free volatile oil obtained from the fruit of Citrus aurantium L. var. bergamia, Rutaceae; Oils, bergamot; bergamot oil bergaptene free

16 Linalool Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,7-Dimethyl octa-1,6-diene-3-ol

Allergen
17 Citronellol Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,7-Dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol

Allergen
18 Limonene Solvent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent, Fragrance / colour

18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1-Methyl-4-Isopropenylcyclohexene; dipentene

Allergen
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Soothing, Plant extract

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Scutellaria baicalensis, Lamiaceae

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing
5 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, September 2019, pages 1, 353-1, 369
  • PLoS One, February 2017, ePublication
  • Science Bulletin Beijing, July 2016, pages 1, 391-1, 398
  • Planta Medica, June 2013, pages 959-962
  • The Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, December 2011, pages 1, 613-1, 623
20 Geraniol Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-

Allergen
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

21st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Cananga Odorata Flower Oil is the oil obtained from the flower, Cananga odorata, Anonaceae. Definitions in ISO 3063

Allergen
22 Malt Extract Occlusive
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

22nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Malt Extract is the dark syrup obtained by evaporating an aqueous extract of the partially germinated and dried barley (Hordeum vulgare, Gramineae) seeds

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

23rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Chamomile Oil-Roman. Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil is the volatile oil distilled from the dried flower heads of the Roman Chamomile, Anthemis nobilis L., Asteraceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

24th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the leaves of the Patchouli, Pogostemon cablin, Labiatae

Allergen
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

25th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Eclipta Prostrata Extract is an extract of the herb, Eclipta prostrata L., Compositae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

26th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Neem Tree, Melia azadirachta L., Meliaceae

Anti-Aging
8 scientific references
  • 5 Super Anti-Aging Antioxidants Your Skin Needs
  • How to Keep Your Neck & Chest Looking Young
  • Acne & Aging Skin
  • How to Diminish Uneven Skin Tone and Get Your Glow Back
  • What Are Peptides and What Do They Do for Skin?
  • The Truth About Firming Creams
  • Top 5 Reasons to Add Antioxidants to Your Skin Care Routine
  • Anti-Aging Superstars
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

27th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Moringa oleifera, Moringaceae

Hydration Anti-Aging

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash?

WATER, SODIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATE, LAURYL BETAINE, SODIUM METHYL COCOYL TAURATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, COCO-BETAINE, LAURYL GLUCOSIDE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS FLOWER OIL, DISODIUM EDTA, ILLICIUM VERUM FRUIT EXTRACT, CITRUS AURANTIUM AMARA FLOWER OIL, CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA FRUIT OIL, LINALOOL, CITRONELLOL, LIMONENE, SCUTELLARIA BAICALENSIS ROOT EXTRACT, GERANIOL, CANANGA ODORATA FLOWER OIL, MALT EXTRACT, ANTHEMIS NOBILIS FLOWER OIL, POGOSTEMON CABLIN LEAF OIL, ECLIPTA PROSTRATA EXTRACT, MELIA AZADIRACHTA LEAF EXTRACT, MORINGA OLEIFERA SEED OIL.

How do I use Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash?

Dispense a moderate amount of product into palms and lather up. Massage gently onto the body, externally. Rinse off with lukewarm water.

What skin types is Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced, Combination (oily), Oily skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.

Is Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash good for sensitive skin?

Some ingredients here carry irritation flags, so sensitive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before applying it to the whole face.

Is Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash fungal acne safe?

7 ingredients could feed malassezia: Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash while pregnant?

Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.

Is Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash fragrance free?

No — it contains Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene, Geraniol.

Does Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash contain alcohol?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.

Is Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash silicone free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.

Does Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash contain essential oils?

Yes — it contains Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil, Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene.

Is Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash?

It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.

When should I apply Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash?

Use it morning and evening, first step.

How many ingredients does Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash have?

It lists 27 ingredients, of which 0 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Embrace Neroli & Patchouli Body Wash?

AROMATICA.

Brand
AROMATICA

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